As it currently stands, former Notre Dame forward [autotag]Nate Laszewski[/autotag] isn’t anywhere near anyone’s NBA draft projections. Even though that’s unlikely to change, Laszewski figures he can at least improve his stock as far as professional aspirations. He’ll get that opportunity when the Indiana Pacers host him and four other players during a pre-draft workout:
Pacers announce their third pre-draft workout for tomorrow, May 31.
Johnell Davis (Florida Atlantic)
Adam Flagler (Baylor)
Armaan Franklin (Virginia)
Nate Laszewski (Notre Dame)
Leonard Miller (G League Ignite)
Isaiah Wong (Miami)— Tony East (@TonyREast) May 30, 2023
Laszewski, who mulled the 2022 draft before returning to Notre Dame, was the Irish’s best player in a very forgettable 2022-23 season. He led the team in both scoring (13.7) and rebounds (7.2). It helped that his 6-foot-10 frame brought size to a team that sorely lacked it. But whatever it was that convinced the Pacers to invite him, he clearly has some basketball left in him.
At the very least, this should be a sign that he’ll be invited to play in the NBA Summer League. After that, he’ll see if the G-League or some overseas team comes calling. The possibilities almost are endless, and he has to be feeling excited about that.
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